Step 3 : Hookups

Selecting the best hookup option

There are many ways in which your VCR can be hooked up. To hook up your VCR so that it works best for you, first scan through the table below. Then use the accompanying diagrams and procedures on the following pages to set up your VCR.

If your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to pages 9 and 10 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. Then follow one of the hookups below. For hookup 1 or 2, use the Sony RM-CM101 Cable Mouse (cable box controller) (not supplied).

For SLV-N80 only

If you have

Use

Refer to

 

 

 

A cable box that is compatible with the

Hookup 1

Pages 11 to 13

Cable Mouse

 

 

 

 

 

A digital broadcast service’s digital

Hookup 2

Pages 14 to 16

satellite receiver that is compatible with

 

 

the Cable Mouse

 

 

 

 

 

For both SLV-N80 and N70

If you have

Use

Refer to

 

 

 

No cable box or cable box with only a few

Hookup 3

Pages 17 to 19

scrambled channels

 

 

 

 

 

Antenna only, no cable TV

Hookup 4

Pages 20 to 22

 

 

 

Cable box with many scrambled channels

Hookup 5

Pages 23 to 25

 

 

 

Cable box with only a few scrambled

Hookup 6

Pages 26 to 29

channels and you are using an A/B switch

 

 

 

 

 

After you’ve completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup. During setup, if you need more details on the procedure described, page numbers are provided where you can find complete, step-by-step instructions.

After you’ve completed the setup, you’re ready to use your VCR. Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used. For an overview, refer to “Quick reference to using the VCR” on the back cover.

Before you get started

•Turn off the power to all equipment.

•Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed.

•Be sure you make connections firmly. Loose connections may cause picture distortion.

•If your TV doesn’t match any of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician.

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